One of the Delhi-Bilaspur Alliance Air flights was in a tense situation Friday after one of its tyres burst at Bilaspur Airport in Chhattisgarh.
The flight had landed at Bilasa Devi Kevat Airport on 28 August 2026. The pilot was able to control the aircraft and stop it from landing despite the tyre problem.
All people on board were evacuated safely and there were no injuries or casualties, officials said. The plane had 37 passengers and four crew members, making that total 41 on board.
Tyre Burst During Landing
The Alliance Air flight was travelling from Delhi to Bilaspur at the time of the incident.
According to witnesses, the aircraft landed at the airport at 11 a.m. when a tyre burst.
It was a brief scare for passengers and airport staff. But the aircraft was in control and they stopped safely.
Emergency teams at the airport mobilized and evacuated the passengers and crew in time.
Fortunately, no one got injured in it.
41 People On Board Were Safe
The most important update from the incident is that all 41 people on the flight are safe.
The aircraft had 37 passengers and four crew members. When it stopped, passengers were safely taken off the plane.
No one has been injured or died so far.
That could have been really bad, because when a tyre issue occurs on landing, an aircraft slows down and stops properly. The flight crew did not panic and the aircraft came to a safe stop.
What Happened To The Aircraft?
The airline said the aircraft remained on the runway after the tyre burst.
Some reports said the damaged wheel assembly made it difficult to move the aircraft away from the runway. Engineers were expected to inspect the aircraft and work on removing it.
The incident also affected some flight operations at the airport for some time.
The flight from Bilaspur-Prayagraj was cancelled when the damaged aircraft was not cleared from the runway.
The damage to the aircraft is still being assessed.
Why did the Tyre Burst?
The reason for the tyre failure is not yet known.
A technical inspection will be needed to determine the problem.
Such incidents may be caused by tyre damage or wear and tear or technical reasons, but it would be inaccurate to assume the cause before inspection is performed.
Airport officials and technical teams will evaluate the aircraft and the damaged wheel and make a final decision.
Different Reports On Passenger Numbers
There are conflicting reports about the number of people on board the aircraft.
Some officials and national media reported that 41 people were on the flight, including 37 passengers and four crew members.
Some local reports refer to a higher number of about 60 passengers.
The official number reported in a number of online sources is 41 people on board, and we have used this number here.
Airport Operations Were Affected
The incident also disrupted Bilaspur Airport.
Since the aircraft remained on the runway after the tyre burst, other flights could not operate normally until the aircraft could be moved.
Local reports said the Bilaspur-Prayagraj flight was cancelled because of the situation. Engineers were expected to arrive and help remove the affected aircraft from the runway.
Before normal operations can be resumed, the airport authorities would also need to ensure the runway is clear and safe.
The pilot was able to control the aircraft
The incident could have been far more serious on landing.
But the pilot was able to control the aircraft despite the tyre issue and bring it to a safe stop.
And then they evacuated the passengers safely.
The aircraft traveled a bit of distance on the runway after the tyre problem before stopping, local sources said.
We were quickly able to respond from the flight crew and airport emergency teams that stopped the situation from escalating.
Investigation Into The Incident
We hope a technical inspection of the aircraft will give some more information about what happened.
Also, officials will examine the damaged tyre and wheel assembly and check the aircraft for any other damage.
The tyre burst is also the first to be investigated and whether it is because of mechanical problems or not.
There was no injury to any passengers.
Alliance Air operates from Bilaspur.
Alliance Air is the principal operator in Bilaspur Airport and links the city to several destinations.
The airline also provides services connecting Bilaspur to other cities like Delhi, Kolkata, Prayagraj, and Ambikapur under the CG-VAYU scheme of the state. A recent court filing by the Chhattisgarh government also stated that Alliance Air continues to operate scheduled services from the airport.
The airport has been working to expand its connectivity and attract more airlines.
But Friday’s incident temporarily disrupted operations.
No Injuries Reported
The passengers on board may be the biggest relief that the incident ended without any injuries.
A tyre burst during landing can be alarmingly frightening for the passengers, and there are no passengers who may not know what happened at first.
In this case, the aircraft was brought under control and everyone was safely evacuated.
The aircraft will now be inspected to understand why this tyre failed, they said in a statement.
Investigation will reveal The Cause
The Alliance Air flight’s tyre burst caused a brief scare at Bilaspur Airport on Friday, but there were no injuries reported.
The Delhi-Bilaspur flight was carrying 41 people, and all of them were safely evacuated, officials said.
The aircraft remained on the runway and was also affecting other flight operations, including the Bilaspur-Prayagraj service.
What caused the tyre burst hasn’t yet been determined at the moment and whether the aircraft suffered any other damage is still being assessed.
At least all passengers and crew are safe, and authorities are working to restore normal airport operations, they said.
